AAT Accounts Technician

AAT Accounts Technician

Exeter £26,000 – £33,000 Up to 36.25 hours per week Monday – Friday Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an AAT Accounts Technician to join a Top accountancy practice in Exeter. This is a permanent role, offering the opportunity to work in a supportive, professional environment with career development prospects.

Key Duties:

• Prepare financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders up to the audit threshold.

• Prepare personal and corporate tax computations and returns.

• Provide bookkeeping and management accounting services.

• File documents with Companies House and HMRC on behalf of clients.

• Maintain accounting records accurately and up to date.

• Prepare and complete quarterly VAT returns.

• Work in line with internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Provide general administrative support to Partners, Managers, and the wider office.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in an accountancy practice.

• AAT qualified, part-qualified with ongoing studies, or qualified by experience.

• Experience preparing accounts for limited companies and unincorporated businesses.

• Confident and approachable when dealing with clients and colleagues.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic IT tools.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 3 years.

• Annual salary review.

• Death in service 3 x annual salary.

• Access to company rewards and health scheme.

• 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme.

• Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance.

• Introducing clients and team member commission schemes.

• Pension 3% rising to 4% (matched up to 6% after 4 years’ service).

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year’s service.

Interested?

Apply now to join this supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Exeter.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.